Taylors College (Auckland)

Taylors College

The first Taylors College campus was established in Melbourne in 1920. In the years since, the College has grown to become one of the leading university preparation specialists in Australia and New Zealand.  With campuses in Auckland, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth, Taylors College is known throughout the world for its success in preparing students for the rigours of tertiary study and providing the smoothest transition to university.

Taylors Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) -

Your pathway to New Zealand's leading universities

• Taylors Auckland Foundation Year provides a guaranteed pathway to The University of Auckland, AUT University and Massey University (provided minimum academic and English requirements have been met).
• Our programme is also recognised by top Group of Eight Australian universities such as The University of Melbourne, Monash University and University of Sydney, as well as all other New Zealand universities. 
• IELTS score is not required for Taylors students seeking admission to most undergraduate degrees

Programmes
Multiple intakes: January, April, July, August and October

For detailed course information, visit Taylors College website:

• Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year programs and start dates
• Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year Intensive program
• Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year Standard program
• Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year Pre-Foundation program
• Taylors College English Language Preparation

A smooth transition to University
Our delivery of the Foundation program encourages you to adapt easily to the New Zealand tertiary academic system. You will benefit from the small classes and timetabled tutorials.

Expert teaching staff
As experts in teaching international students, the experience of our staff will allow you to excel in your studies.  You will benefit from a variety of teaching methods including classes, tutorials, group work and presentations.

Central Auckland campus location
Taylors College Auckland is located on Karangahape Road in the heart of Auckland city.  The campus is within walking distance from both The University of Auckland and AUT University. It is close to the public library, art gallery, museum, shops, restaurants and public transport.

Excellent Graduate Success Rates

• 94% of AFY students received a final offer from a tertiary institute in 2013.
• 89% of AFY students were offered a university place in 2013, 86% from a partner university - The University of Auckland, AUT University or Massey University in 2013.
• Students also successfully gained places at University of Melbourne, Monash University, Sydney University as well as Otago University, Victoria University and Canterbury University in New Zealand.  
• Many Taylors graduates have gone on to successful careers in New Zealand and overseas in jobs such as: IT professional, banker, taxation specialist, community health worker, laboratory technician, retail buyer, hospitality manager, accountant and engineer.

Professional Student support services
Taylors College provides an adult environment but with strong support services

• Highly qualified and experienced teachers
• Multilingual staff
• Friendly and supportive environment
• Regular academic reporting
• Academic support and tutorials
• Caregiver service for under 18 year olds
• Attendance monitoring
• University course and career counselling and regular interaction with universities
• Homestay and self-catered accommodation arrangement